2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 321 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar XF (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XF | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 62 L |
